Download Festival is one of the biggest metal music festivals in Europe and certainly the largest in the East Midlands. Hundreds of acts and thousands of music fans will be on site for the full five days. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the legendary festival which has meant extra days, shows and surprises as part of the celebrations.
We headed into the crowd to ask which band people are most excited to see and how far they have travelled. While many have come from London, Nottingham, Ipswich and even North Wales, one visitor Nottingham World spoke to came from Kansas City.
1. Rachel and Damien Kavanagh from North Wales
Rachel and Damien Kavanagh from North Wales | Dan Lord
2. Shane and Alissa Paterson
Shane and Alissa Paterson who has traveled all the way from Kansas City to attend the show | Dan Lord
3. Apex Stage
Apex stage | Dan Lord
4. Katie Klein and Jamps Moss
Katie Klein and Jamps Moss | Dan Lord